{"id":21710,"date":"2016-02-04T09:55:48","date_gmt":"2016-02-04T01:55:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.imoney.my\/articles\/?p=21710"},"modified":"2024-07-10T18:15:25","modified_gmt":"2024-07-10T10:15:25","slug":"2016-top-valentines-day-ideas-for-malaysians","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.imoney.my\/articles\/2016-top-valentines-day-ideas-for-malaysians","title":{"rendered":"2016: Top Valentine\u2019s Day Ideas For Malaysians"},"content":{"rendered":"

Valentine\u2019s Day may be drowned by the sea of red and gold of Chinese New Year this year, but it is fast approaching, and if you are not prepared, it may turn out to be a painful and expensive affair.<\/p>\n

Though many couples swore off Valentine\u2019s Day saying it\u2019s too commercialised, but many other couples still hold this day for its importance in expressing their love for each other. And the pressure is high, unfortunately, usually on the guy, to make it a special celebration.<\/p>\n

With cost of everything going one way (read: up), celebrating this romantic day can burn a serious hold in your pocket if you fail to plan for it carefully.<\/p>\n

Here are some of the most common Valentine\u2019s Day ideas for Malaysians, and how much it will likely cost you this year. But being iMoney, we have also included some saving tips on how you can save some bucks so you, your loved one, and your wallet, can celebrate happily when February 14 comes around!<\/p>\n

<\/span>Valentine\u2019s Day flowers<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
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Image from Interflora UK<\/p><\/div>\n

For centuries, flowers have symbolised fertility, love, marriage and romance and all these do\u00a0not come for cheap on Valentine’s Day. V-day isn\u2019t quite complete without a beautiful bouquet of flowers, most popular being roses.<\/p>\n

Red roses, for instance, typically represent love and romance, and have been a powerful symbol of passion for many cultures through the ages.\u00a0This is undoubtedly the most common, and also expected gift that you can get for your girlfriend or wife.<\/p>\n

If you do not have 12 stalks of roses blooming in your garden, and your loved one is expecting some kind of floral arrangement, it is best to leave the job to the experts.<\/p>\n

\u00a0How much does it cost?<\/strong><\/p>\n

A single rose cost RM15, but if you want to make a good impression, a 12-rose bouquet will set you back by about RM180.<\/p>\n

Credit card to bring along:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Get 5% cash rebate if you purchase your flowers via an e-commerce site using the
\nCIMB Cash Rebate Platinum Card<\/a>. <\/div><\/div>\n

<\/span>Valentine\u2019s Day gift ideas<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
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Image from Godiva<\/p><\/div>\n

Unlike other special occasions that require gifts, V-day gifts are slightly different. It needs to be thoughtful and heartfelt \u2013 basically, the gift needs to symbolise your love for your partner.<\/p>\n

However, if you absolutely have no idea what to get for him or her, you can always count on sweet and cuddly gifts like a box of chocolate and a furry teddy bear. Unless your better half hates chocolate or furry soft toys, these are easily some of the safest gifts if you run out of ideas.<\/p>\n

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